Shabby style, upcycled from elements gleaned from antique stores, thrift shops, second-hand stores, etc. The sleeve were taken from curtains, the body is a tablecloth, and various embellishments from doilies and runners. Also, the various elements were dyed in tea, coffee, and get this: black beans. I have plans to guild the lily even more-so, if you can imagine. So this is just a tease. I'll post a full length, back and front, once I'm done.

That's very tasteful and well-thought-out upcycling there with some gorgeous results.

Just be sure it doesn't outshine the bride!

not so sure about the "thought out" part... I just sort of went for it, dove in. I had no idea what the result would be. It was an experiment, the whole way through. I am pleased with the results, however. Truth be told, I haven't even tried it on yet to see if it fits. That's how well I think things through...

And, aw! Thank you! I rather doubt I can outshine the bride. I know she will be beautiful... but I'll try to tone it down, just in case... LOL!

Wowzer! That is indeed a masterpiece! Love the pastel colors mixed with the lacy, frilly . . . stuff (I usually call it "crud," for lack of a better word, but that sounds mean when I'm not intending it to be at all).

Wowzer! That is indeed a masterpiece! Love the pastel colors mixed with the lacy, frilly . . . stuff (I usually call it "crud," for lack of a better word, but that sounds mean when I'm not intending it to be at all).

So here's the million dollar question: Does it fit?

Ha! No!! No, it was about a million miles too big. I took it in about 5", and it's still too big, but at least now it's wearable. I may still try to take it in a bit more... we'll see. Lesson here is never, ever trust the pattern measurements! Measure the pieces for yourself. Or pin them on yourself. I wish I had a dressform. This never would have happened if I had. But... I still love the dress.